District 14 eNEWS! ⭐

Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 06/06/2025 03:39 PM EDT

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Metro Council News

The next scheduled meeting of the Louisville Metro Council is planned for June 12, 2025.

All budget hearings as well as Metro Council Committee and regular meetings of the full Metro Council are televised live as well as available streaming on MetroTV as well as Facebook.

Below are some ways you can be involved in the budget process:

⚜️ Learn more about Mayor Craig Greenberg’s recommended Fiscal Year 25-26 Capital and Operating Budgets: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/management-budget

⚜️ Submit your feedback online by Monday, June 9 at 6 PM. Whether you think something needs more funding or less - we want to hear from you! https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/z1ls6po10gjsdnk/

⚜️View the full Budget Hearing Schedule at this link: https://louisvilleky.gov/metro-council/document/fy-2025-2026-budget-hearing-schedule

For more information on anything contained within this article or for any questions about actions or events within Louisville Metro government, please contact my office.

D14 Community Meeting - June 25, 2025

Mark your calendar now and make plans to attend our next District 14 Community Meeting. Our featured guest will be Mayor Craig Greenberg!

We look forward to seeing you and hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to engage directly with leadership, ask questions, share concerns, and learn more about what's going on in your community!

Your community - your voice.

Let's make it count!

Open Office Hours - June 11th

✅Satellite Office Hours - June 11

Have a question, idea, or just want to connect? We’d love to chat!

Join us for walk-in open office hours at the District 14 Satellite Office inside the Southwest Government Center (7219 Dixie Hwy) on Wednesday, June 11th, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM.

No appointment needed—just stop by!

Can’t make it during those hours? Give us a call and we’ll happily set up a time that works for you.

We’re excited to hear from you and hope to see you there!

Serve on a Board or Commission

Looking for a way to get involved and give back to your community? We have a place for YOU!

District 14 residents - have you ever considered serving on a Metro board or commission? Below you will find a link to all current vacancies and a link to apply. We would love to see more of our constituents serving in this capacity and sharing your time and talents. If you think you may be interested, but have questions, please reach out to our office.

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.

See all current vacancies HERE.

Apply to serve HERE.

Please let us know if you apply, so that we can follow up with the Mayor's office.

District Spotlight

Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing

7410 Moorman Road Louisville, KY 40272

Perched on a gentle rise with sweeping views of the Ohio River, the 1837 Farnsley-Moremen House is the crown jewel of Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing—a 300-acre historic site in Louisville, Kentucky. Built around 1837, this beautifully preserved home offers a glimpse into the region’s agricultural heritage and the vital role river commerce played in shaping the nation’s development.

Visitors can explore the site through guided Historic House and Grounds Tours, which can be booked online at www.riverside-landing.org. Experience a virtual tour HERE.

Site Highlights:

Size: 300 acres of scenic and historic landscape
Historic House Museum: Step back in time inside the restored 19th-century home
Visitors Center: Start your journey with exhibits and helpful information
Open-Air Pavilion (currently being rebuilt): Ideal for gatherings and events
Scenic Ohio River Views: Perfect for photography and relaxation
Archaeological Site: Discover ongoing research into the past
Biking/Walking: Access to the Louisville Loop
Community Garden: A space for local engagement and sustainability
Gift Shop: Take home a piece of history
Meeting Facilities: Host your next event in a unique setting
Wedding Chapel & Reception Site: A romantic riverside venue
Restrooms & Pathways: Comfortable and accessible for all visitors
River Frontage: Enjoy peaceful walks along the water’s edge

Whether you're a history enthusiast, nature lover, or planning a special event, Riverside offers a rich and memorable experience for all.

Learn more by visiting their website HERE.

2025 Buy Local Fair - This Sunday!

Upcoming Events!

Check it out these events coming up in the area!

VFW Post 1181 will be hosting a Flag Day Celebration on June 14, 2025. Mark your calendar and check out their event page HERE for more details! This will be an incredible FREE event for the whole community. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs and join us for the fun! 🎉

FAN FAIR TOMORROW - JUNE 7th

Anyone 60 years of age+ OR anyone with a verified disability can receive a free 20” box fan at the event while supplies last. Along with the fan giveaway, there will be a vendor fair and a secure prescription drug toss. See their website below for more info!

Where: The Edison Center (701 W. Ormsby Ave)

When: Saturday, June 7^th Time: 9am-11am

What: Free fan giveaway (for qualifying individuals), vendor fair and secure drug toss

Website: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/resilience-and-community-services/fan-fair

Join the Community Safety Commission

The Community Safety Commission serves two purposes. First, it supports the implementation of the Safe Louisville Comprehensive Violence Reduction Plan by receiving and responding to regular reports provided by Louisville Metro concerning the performance of the strategies set forth in the Plan, reviewing progress towards Plan implementation, and providing feedback and advice to ensure the timely achievement of the goals of the Plan. Second, it supports the implementation of the Community Commitment: Louisville’s Consent Decree by receiving and responding to regular reports provided by Louisville Metro and the Independent Monitor concerning the performance of the obligations in the Community Commitment, reviewing progress towards the accomplishment of the Key Objectives set forth in the Community Commitment, and providing feedback and advice to ensure the full and timely compliance with all provisions of the Community Commitment.

Membership will include eight citizen representatives—one from each of our police divisions, including surrounding areas; seven community organization representatives; and seven government representatives, which are specified in the Mayor’s Executive Order. If you are interested in serving on the Commission as one of the citizen or community organization representatives, please apply! The application period closes on June 16, 2025.

Citizen Representatives can apply HERE. Community Organizations can apply HERE.

Read the statement released by the members of the Louisville Metro Council’s Minority Caucus in response to the Department of Justice’s decision to dismiss its lawsuit against Louisville Metro.

Click here for the Louisville Metro Council's Minority Caucus Statement

Louisville Bats Community Nights - FREE TICKETS!

The Louisville Bats present "Metro Council Community Nights," an opportunity for all constituents of every Metro Council district.

These are geared toward, but not exclusively for, residents who might otherwise not be able to afford to attend a Bats game. The offer is extended to both individuals and mentoring organizations, social service agencies, underprivileged kids’ groups, etc.

The two games this year are scheduled for Tuesday, August 5^th and Tuesday, September 16^th.

Vouchers include:

Free admission for a reserved seat at Louisville Slugger Field
A voucher good for one free hot dog, and one free small soft drink
Tuesdays also include $4 tacos available at the ballpark, including the two Gustavo’s Mexican Grill stands

Sign-Up Now!

Ticket distribution will begin July 1. Please be patient and allow time for tickets to be distributed.

If you do not receive your tickets by July 31, please email hibrahim@batsbaseball.com

Sun Valley Recycling Guidelines

Help keep your neighborhood clean by putting waste in its place! Cleanliness is important to quality of life and community pride. Simple steps like bringing your garbage cart back onto your property and placing all garbage inside your garbage cart will help keep your neighborhood clean!

The labels below are affixed to each recycling container located at Sun Valley Community Center. Please adhere to these guidelines. If you have questions about recycling or proper waste disposal, please reach out to Solid Waste Management HERE.

Other Waste & Recycling Options

Mulch Monday with Urban Forestry

Louisville Parks and Recreation's Urban Forestry Division will host "Mulch Mondays." The event will recur every Monday through the end of summer. On “Mulch Mondays” Louisville residents and non-profit organizations are invited to pick up natural, dye-free mulch at no cost from the Urban Forestry Division’s office, located at 9200 Whipps Mill Road, Lyndon, KY 40242. Participants must make an appointment by clicking on the above flyer and show a Jefferson County ID. Mulch will be available every Monday from 1-3 p.m. except national holidays. Participants must bring their own containers such as trailers, truck beds, buckets, or garbage bags, to transport up to three cubic yards of mulch.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4AA8AD2CA6FDC43-56295800-mulch#/

Parks & Recreation Youth Summer Camps

There are numerous summer programs available to local families to keep children active and engaged in summer learning with camps returning to select Louisville Parks and Recreation Community Centers June 9 – August 1. Camp will take place Monday through Friday from 8 am - 5 pm

To register a child, visit bestparksever.com. Camps are for children ages 5-12. The cost is a one-time registration fee of $20, plus $60 weekly. This price includes a t-shirt and one field trip per week. Campers will also enjoy creative programming, arts and crafts, athletics, swimming, and many other activities while socializing with their peers.

While summer break camps are taking place, the following community centers will host free open programming during the week from 11 am – 5 pm for children ages 6-12 - California, Parkhill, Portland, Shawnee, and South Louisville. The centers will have fun and interactive programs where campers are welcome to play sports, participate in crafts, or hang out in the center. These centers will have weekly field trips for $20 per trip.

The following community centers hosting summer camps this year are:

-Beechmont Community Center (205 W. Wellington Ave.)

-Berrytown Community Center (1300 Heafer Rd.)

-Cyril Allgeier Community Center (4101 Cadillac Ct.)

-Douglass Community Center (2305 Douglass Blvd.)

-Newburg Community Center (4810 Exeter Ave.)

-Southwick Community Center (3621 Southern Ave.)

-Sun Valley Community Center (6505 Bethany Lane)

-Metro Arts Community Center (Half Day) (8360 Dixie Hwy.)

The following community centers participating in open programming are:

- California Community Center (1600 W. St. Catherine St.)

- Parkhill Community Center (1703 S. Thirteenth St.)

- Portland Community Center (640 N. 27th St.)

- Shawnee Community Center (607 South 37th St.)

- South Louisville Community Center (2911 Taylor Blvd.)

Planning and Zoning Matters

This week's Planning and Design Inter-Agency Review Agenda (IARC) can be accessed HERE.

Did you know that you also can sign up to receive weekly activity reports from the Office of Planning directly to your inbox or phone? Sign up HERE. You can also sign up to receive notices of all development proposals specifically for District 14.

This is the best way to stay informed!

Case Record: 25-ZONEPA-0049

Property Address: 13601 KELLY LN

A change in zoning from R-4 to EZ-1 to allow an existing auto repair shop and heavy truck off-street parking and storage facility on 4.7 acres.