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Ad Hoc Committee on the Land Development Code – Monday, October 5th 3:00pm
The Committee will continue its review of revisions to the Land Development Code of Louisville Metro Government. The Committee has three ordinances that it will review.
Agenda
Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs – Thursday, October 8th 2:00pm
The Committee will receive an update on the Syringe Exchange Program from Dr. Sarah Moyer, Director of the Metro Public Health and Wellness Department
Agenda
Committee on Sustainability – Thursday, October 8th 3:00pm
This is the regular meeting of the Committee. The agenda is pending.
Committee of the Whole – Thursday, October 8th 5:15pm
The Committee will review the Council agenda for the evening meeting. This Committee meeting is not televised and meets in the First Floor Conference Room.
The Committee agenda is pending.
Council meeting – Thursday, October 8th 6:00pm
This is the regular meeting of the Louisville Metro Council.
The agenda is pending.
Meeting times are subject to change. Agendas are followed at the discretion of the Chair of each Committee. While an item may be listed, it does not mean all items will be acted upon by a committee.
To review all agendas of the committees of the Louisville Metro Council, go to the Metro Council Clerk’s web page at: http://louisvilleky.gov/
All meetings are aired live on Metro TV Insight cable Channel 25 and Channel 99 for UVERSE subscribers.. Meetings are also streamlined on the Metro Council’s website. Go to:http://louisvilleky.gov/
For More Information Contact:
Tony Hyatt: 574-4137 / 526-3622
Stephen Haag: 574-1204 / 645-1752
Several events to help Highlands Community Ministries and showcase the area
One of Louisville Metro’s most established and historic area is ready to host a week of fun and celebration of community pride that will lend a helping hand for a worthwhile cause.
“A Week in the Highlands” will get underway with eight days of events which will offer something for everyone.
“ ‘A Week in the Highlands’ celebrates the uniqueness of the Highlands with a wonderful goal of helping Highland Community Ministries continue their work of providing services to those in need,” says Councilman Tom Owen (D-8). “It a week of fun and entertainment. It’s a closer, hands-on experience and involvement with our great Highlands neighbors and businesses.”
“A Week in the Highlands” will run from Saturday October 3rd until Sunday, October 11th and features a 5K Run/Walk, a jazz and blues concert at Big Rock, arts and crafts, and a chance to tour historic Farmington.
“There are many groups and organizations who work hard to make this a special week of celebration,” says Owen. “I hope everyone will come out to help the Ministries and take a minute to enjoy the Fall with other folks who are glad to be part of this area.”
For more information about “Week in the Highlands” contact Councilman Owen’s office at 574-1108 or go online to the event website.
Here is a rundown of the events for 2015
Highlands Cup 5K Run/Walk
A beautiful Highlands run down Douglas Boulevard to Big Rock in Cherokee Park and back. Benefits go to the Highland Community Ministries.
Saturday, October 3 beginning at 8:00 am.
Douglass Blvd Christian Church
Pancake Breakfast
Benefiting Highland Community Ministries.
Saturday, October 3 beginning at 8:30 am.
Douglas Boulevard Christian Church Gym
Big Rock Jazz and Blues Fest
Live Jazz and Blues at Big Rock in Cherokee Park Benefiting the Olmsted Park Conservancy.
Sunday, October 4 from 2:00 pm. to 7:00 pm.
Big Rock in Cherokee Park
Empty Bowls Hunger Benefit
Helping Highlands Community Ministries feed the hungry with a light meal and a silent auction.
Thursday, October 8 from 5:30 pm. to 8:00 pm.
Frazier Hall, Bellarmine University
Belknap Fall Eve
There will be food and live music on the eve of the Fall Festival.
Friday, October 9 from 6:00 pm. to 11:00 pm.
The Historic Douglass Loop
Farmington Inaugural Oktoberfest
Live Music, German Beer and Authentic German Food.
Friday, October 9 from 6:00 pm. to 10:00 pm.
The Farmington Historic Plantation
21st Annual Belknap Fall Festival
One hundred booths of juried arts and crafts, plus local food vendors, kids’ fun and live music.
Saturday, October 10 from 11:00 am. to 11:00 pm.
The Historic Douglass Loop
14th Annual Farmington Harvest Festival
An 18th Century Festival at the plantation home of John and Lucy Speed, hosts to Abe Lincoln.
Sunday October 11 from 10:00 am. to 5:00 pm.
The Farmington Historic Plantation
Highlands Scavenger Hunt
A week long, family friendly event that takes scavenger hunters of all ages into the Highlands shops and restaurants to find hidden treasures.
October 3 through October 11, all day long.
Throughout the Highlands.
2015 event set for Friday, October 2nd through Sunday October, 4th
The 59th Annual St. James Court Art Show will once again bring the best artisans and craftsmen along with thousands of visitors to the Historic Old Louisville area as this traditional event gets underway during the first weekend in October.
More than 700 artisans from all over the United States return to one of Metro Louisville’s unique and historic neighborhoods for the Nation’s premier arts and crafts venue.
“Old Louisville will once again show why it is one of our most unique neighborhoods in Metro Louisville. Thousands of visitors will have the opportunity to walk, look, shop and enjoy the best arts and crafts. We are ready to welcome everyone,” says Councilman David James (D-6). “The St. James Court Art Show not only has brought millions of dollars in economic development and tourism to our City, it is an important way to help preserve this unique neighborhood.”
The Art Show offers a wide variety of booths featuring furniture, pottery, jewelry, glassworks, photography and paintings.
“The month is an exciting time to be in Old Louisville. We start the fall festivities with the St. James Court Art Show which is one of the premier art events in the United States. We are proud of how the show has grown and the opportunity if affords us to showcase this great historic neighborhood. We invite everyone to attend this iconic event,” says Howard Rosenberg, President of the Old Louisville Neighborhood Council. “The next week-end, October 9 and 10 is the Garvin Gate Blues Festival and this is followed on October 15, 16, 17, and 18 by the Victorian Tales of Terror. We end the month with the Spirit Ball on October 27 sponsored by the Conrad-Caldwell House.”
Once again the St. James Court Art Show will have some special features: Continue reading
Ad Hoc Committee on the Land Development Code – Monday, September 21st 3:00pm
The Committee will continue its review of revisions to the Land Development Code of Louisville Metro Government. The Committee has three ordinances that it will review.
Committee on Sustainability – Thursday, September 24th 3:00pm
The Committee will review three Resolutions which involve a Memorandum of Agreement with the Metropolitan Sewer District involving stipends for the Green Infrastructure Project for the following areas:
- $185,030 for West market Street Phase II
- $52,935 for 315 to 360 West Oak Street
- $70,965 for 3800 to 3900 West Market Street Pilot Project
Committee of the Whole – Thursday, September 24th 5:15pm
The Committee will review the Council agenda for the evening meeting. This Committee meeting is not televised and meets in the First Floor Conference Room.
The Committee agenda is pending.
Council meeting – Thursday, September 24th 6:00pm
This is the regular meeting of the Louisville Metro Council.
The agenda is pending.
Meeting times are subject to change. Agendas are followed at the discretion of the Chair of each Committee. While an item may be listed, it does not mean all items will be acted upon by a committee.
To review all agendas of the committees of the Louisville Metro Council, go to the Metro Council Clerk’s web page at: http://louisvilleky.gov/
All meetings are aired live on Metro TV Insight cable Channel 25 and Channel 99 for UVERSE subscribers. Meetings are also streamlined on the Metro Council’s website. Go to:http://louisvilleky.gov/
For More Information Contact:
Tony Hyatt: 574-4137 / 526-3622
Stephen Haag: 574-1204 / 645-1752
Fourteen years ago this morning, America drastically changed when terrorists executed pre-planned attacks on her soil in New York and DC while another attack was foiled by brave Americans over Pennsylvania.
Numerous first responders bravely performed their duties during the initial aftermath and in the ensuing chaos during search and rescue operations and, since then, countless Americans have served in our military in the on-going War on Terror.
Louisville Dispatch honors those heroes on this Patriot Day.
Feel free to share your thoughts and memories about the attacks below.
Ad Hoc Committee on Annexation – Tuesday, September 8th 4:30pm
The Committee will hold a special discussion on Special Service Districts. Agenda
Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs – Thursday, September 10th 2:00pm
The Committee will hear a presentation on the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program from Cathy Hinko, Executive Director of the Metro Housing Coalition, Darrell Aniton & Robin Grammer of Community Services; representing Katina Whitlock, Assistant Director of Community Services and Marlon Cummings, Executive Director of Jeffersontown Area Ministries & Association of Community Ministries. Agenda
Committee on Sustainability – Thursday, September 10th 3:00pm
The Committee will hear a solar energy presentation. Agenda
Committee of the Whole – Thursday, September 10th 5:15pm
The Committee will review the Council agenda for the evening meeting. This Committee meeting is not televised and meets in the First Floor Conference Room.
The Committee agenda is pending.
Council meeting – Thursday, September 10th 6:00pm
This is the regular meeting of the Louisville Metro Council.
The agenda is pending.
Meeting times are subject to change. Agendas are followed at the discretion of the Chair of each Committee. While an item may be listed, it does not mean all items will be acted upon by a committee.
To review all agendas of the committees of the Louisville Metro Council, go to the Metro Council Clerk’s web page at: http://louisvilleky.gov/
All meetings are aired live on Metro TV Insight cable Channel 25. Meetings are also streamlined on the Metro Council’s website. Go to: http://louisvilleky.gov/
For More Information Contact:
Tony Hyatt: 574-4137 / 526-3622
Stephen Haag: 574-1204 / 645-1752
Thunder, Derby, Travelling Events All Included on List
Courtesy: Kentuckytourism.com
Several events hosted in Louisville have received the honor of inclusion on the Top 100 Events in the United States 2015 list. At least two are Louisville-specific events, while others are events that are “just passing through.” Still more events have connections to Louisville and the Commonwealth – which just goes to show why My Old Kentucky Home is a great place to live.
Among Sporting Events, the Kentucky Derby ranked at number seven. The Fastest Two Minutes in Sports was edged out by heavyweight events such as the Super Bowl and the Daytona 500 race.
Also ahead of the Derby was another sporting event with Louisville and Kentucky connections: the NCAA Men’s Final Four. Last year, Kentucky made it to the Final Four in Indianapolis before being defeated, while Louisville was knocked out earlier in the tournament. The previous year, Louisville and Kentucky met in the Midwest Regional of the tournament and the year before that Louisville rose to the top to beat Michigan for the Championship title. Louisville, of course, also plays host to earlier rounds of the tournament.
In the Festivals, Parades & Holiday Events category, Louisville also got a nod for Thunder Over Louisville, which took 9th place in the category. The Derby Festival celebration ranked behind events including Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New Year’s Eve in Times Square, and Mardi Gras.
Under the heading of Political Events, ranked third (ahead of the State of the Union address) was the National Rifle Association Annual Meetings & Exhibits. Although the 2015 NRAAM event was held just down I-65 in Nashville, next year’s event will be held right here in Louisville at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
Top honors in the Entertainment Industry Events category went to Comic-Con International and, although “the big show” is held in San Diego, Louisville does play host to it’s own versions of the show through FandomFest and the Derby City Comic Con.
View the full list of Top Events in the US at BizBash.com.