We have a new projection for the Ohio River. We are seeing that the Upper Gauge is now projected for an increase to 37 feet at its crest (still Wednesday), which means that we had to mobilize to install the closures at 8th Street and 11th Street. (Our updated closure list is the following: 2nd Street, 8th Street, 10th Street, 11th Street, 27th Street, Bingham Way and Port Road.)
We have seen some relief in our sanitary sewers so that we have relaxed the request to postpone water heavy chores like laundry. We are continuing to monitor the weather and forecasts for additional precipitation coming in this week.
All 16 flood pump stations are in service, and that means that we could be pumping over 11 billion gallons per day over the floodwall from the city side to the Ohio River side. Many of these facilities are very old, so much of the work is keeping things running and maximizing the capacities. It is projected that we will have many of the flood pump stations in service over the next several days.
Councilman Bratcher joined the festivities of the Grand Opening at the newest location of Derby City Pizza. Stop in and stay a while at 7207 Fegenbush Lane in Highview!
NFL Flag Football - Spring 2025
NFL Flag Football season is upon us and now is the time to register!
The league is available for players Pre-K thru 8th Grade.
Registration opened on 01/07/2025 and closes on 04/13/2025.
FCO link here. Then click on Registration Info and Available Programs. 
Councilman Bratcher is pleased to co-sponsor Shakespeare in the Parks!
8915 Old Bardstown Road (Case 24-ZONE-0113) and 11401 Race Road (Case 24-ZONE-0115) are concepts for two locations proposed by the same applicant. Following the unusually-necessary second neighborhood meeting conducted on April 1st, both cases will be returned to the Planning Commission for review again at the Old Jail Building (514 W Liberty Street, 40202) on Thursday, April 10th, starting at 1:00 p.m. - until all cases are heard. For more information about the nature of these proposals and how to participate in the meeting or otherwise comment for the public records of each, contact Case Manager Amy Brooks (amy.brooks@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8215). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the Planning Commission meeting. Following the Planning Commission meeting, they will move forward for Metro Council review and action in the following 30-90 days.
8803, 8805 and 8807 Old Bardstown Road (Case 24-ZONE-0105): The unusually-necessary second neighborhood meeting occurred on March 18th. The case is now scheduled for the Planning Commission on Thursday, April 10th starting at 1:00 p.m. - until all cases are heard. The Goodwill store portion of the land continues to need C1 zoning. The additional 3 sites are now anticipated to be some sort of medical offices and thus the developer will be seeking OR1 zoning (rather than C1) for that portion of the land. For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate in the upcoming meeting or otherwise comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8656). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the Planning Commission meeting. Following the Planning Commission meeting, they will move forward for Metro Council review and action in the following 30-90 days.
6422 Billtown Road (Case 24-ZONE-0137) was approved on Thursday, March 13th, by the Land Development & Transportation Committee to move forward to the Planning Commission on Thursday, April 24th, starting at 1:00 p.m. - until all cases are heard. This is a proposal for a change in zoning from R-4 to C-1 and R-6. One portion will have a Wawa's. Another section is not yet fully defined. The R-6 area will be apartments. Road connection is also part of the proposal. For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate in the meeting or otherwise comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Amy Brooks (amy.brooks@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8215). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the Planning Commission meeting. Following the Planning Commission meeting, they will move forward for Metro Council review and action in the following 30-90 days.
9300 & 9308 Old Bardstown Road, 10313 & 10311 R Thixton Lane, Parcel ID 066600250000 (Case 24-ZONE-0088) was held on March 27th to go before the full Metro Council on Thursday, April 24th.
8000 Broad Run Road (Case 24-ZONE-0112) is a proposed change in zoning from R-R & R-4 to Planned Residential Development (PRD) with a Floyds Fork Special Zoning Overlay District Review with associated waiver(s) and Detailed District Development Plan/Major Preliminary Subdivision Plan with binding elements. The Project Name is The Reserves at Parklands, Phase II. On March 27th, this proposal was forwarded from the Land Development & Transportation Committee (LD&T) to the Planning Commission. The PC meeting will be in the Old Jail Building at 514 W Liberty Street, 40202, and will start at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 15th - until all cases are heard. For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate in the meeting or otherwise comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Amy Brooks (amy.brooks@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8215). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the Planning Commission meeting.
9911 & 10019 Wingfield Road (Case 25-ZONEPA-0005) had the neighborhood meeting on February 25th at the Fern Creek Community Center (6104 Bardstown Road). For more information about the nature of this proposal, next steps in the process, and how to participate/comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8656). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the Planning Commission meeting.
11380 Seatonville Road (Case 24-ZONE-0127) now has a formal application submitted. There are some issues to be addressed before it is scheduled for a public hearing. Once planning staff consider those issues to be sufficiently addressed, the proposal will next be scheduled for a review by the Land Development & Transportation Committee (which only focuses on technical details of the plan to make sure those are ready for the Planning Commission to do its overall review). A petition for a night hearing has been successful, so when the Planning Commission hearing is scheduled, it will be in the evening at the Fern Creek Christian Church at 9419 Seatonville Road. For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate/comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8656). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the Planning Commission meeting.
REMINDER: One beneficial and convenient way for you to share your thoughts on a case (to be part of the public record) is to use this form.
Discovery Meadow
Here’s Everything Coming to Kentucky Kingdom’s New Land
Kentucky Kingdom is unveiling the full lineup of attractions of Discovery Meadow— a new $11 million family-friendly land. As part of the $25 million investment over the next two seasons, Discovery Meadow will open to the public on May 10, 2025. The new land features six acres dedicated to family fun with a Kentucky twist and includes three new attractions, 24 new and re-themed experiences, and its very own character. Guests can look forward to more fun and more ways to make memories worth repeating in an atmosphere that celebrates the spirit of Kentucky.
For more information, click here.
Join us for our annual Forest Fest, sponsored by Metro Council.
This will be a fun-filled day of Bluegrass and Americana music, arts & crafts, family activities, and local food. This year's lineup features the Tray Wellington Band, Tommy Prine, Kentucky Gentlemen, Relaay, and Miles Nielson & the Rusted Hearts. Follow the @ForestFest Facebook page for information leading up to the event!
All Ages Welcome. Family Friendly. Open to the public. Parking fee: $15 cash/vehicle.
Councilman Bratcher is pleased to co-sponsor the Pet Clinic at Fern Creek Park on Saturday, June 21st. All of the dates/locations indicated below are available to you and all Jefferson County residents, so feel free to pick the most convenient date/location for you. Each clinic is scheduled to be open from 10:00am until 1:00pm.
 Do you know people who need assistance (whether in District 22 or in other parts of Louisville Metro)?
Click here for information on the Association of Community Ministries.
On this site, click on "Find Your Ministry" to explore the local community help available for any Jefferson County address.
For further information about District 22
or to contact Councilman Kevin Bratcher or Legislative Assistant Jon Bingham,
please visit:
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council-district-22
 There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.
If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents to improve the quality of life in our community.
To learn more please visit Boards and Commissions.
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All events are 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on a Saturday. Please do not arrive early. Vehicles waiting cause traffic backups. Click here for he calendar of locations across the city and more information on how to participate and what items can be dropped off. Louisville Metro residents may use any event date/location, but the closest Pop-Up Drop-Off event is scheduled for July 19th at Fern Creek Elementary/High Schools, 8815 Ferndale Rd.
Always Remember to
Lock Your Car and
Remove All Valuables.
It's the Easiest Way to
Prevent Crime.
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If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department.
Call 911 for emergencies. Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related assistance.
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