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While leaf drop-off service ends today, December 2, 2017 at two locations, it has been extended an additional week to December 9 at a third location. Metro residents not mulching autumn leaves into their lawns or using curbside collection have the option through December 9 to dispose of them at the Public Works Waste Reduction Center:
636 Meriwether Avenue
Tuesday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Only loose leaves will be accepted. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be disposed of off-site by residents.
Today, December 2, is the last day for leaf drop off at these two sites from 9 AM until 3 PM:
- Public Works Yard
- 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)
- Public Works East District Operations Center
- 595 Hubbards Lane
Veterans Day Discounts Honor Those Who Served
Saturday, November 11, marks the occasion of Veterans Day 2017. In honor of their military service, many area restaurants are saying “Thank You” with specials, like free or discounted meals or meal upgrades, to veterans and active military personnel.
In order to qualify for the deals, veterans must generally present proof of service, such as a military ID, DD-214 separation papers, card showing membership in a veterans organization, or be in uniform. Requirements vary by business, so it is recommended that you check with the location ahead of time for details.
Most promotions are available only on Saturday unless otherwise specified.
- Applebees – free entree
- Aspen Creek Grill – free lunch Friday, Nov. 10 and Saturday, Nov. 11
- Bob Evans – free meal
- California Pizza Kitchen – free Entrée
- Cattlemens Steakhouse – free sirloin steak dinner
- Chilis – free meal
- Christi’s Café – 50% off meal
- Chuck E Cheese – two promotional offers for families plus a free personal pizza
- Cracker Barrel – free slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake
- Dennys – build your own grand slam Friday, Nov. 10th
- Dunkin Doughnuts – free doughnut
- Famous Daves – Free Two Meat Salute
- Golden Corral – free dinner and drink Monday, Nov 13th
- Hooters – free Entrée
- Little Caesar’s – Free HotNReady Lunch
- Logan’s Roadhouse – free lunch
- Max and Ermas – Free cheeseburger with fries and drink
- O Charleys – free meal
- Ponderosa – free buffet
- Red Lobster – free appetizer or dessert
- Red Robin – free double burger and fries
- Shoneys – free breakfast buffet
- Texas Roadhouse – free lunch
- White Castle – Free Breakfast Combo or Castle Combo 1-6
Other area businesses may be offering discounts or other promotions in honor of our military men and women.
The North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) is the largest all-breed, purebred livestock expo in the world, with 30,000 cattle, goats, swine, llamas and alpacas, sheep and horses competing for nearly $750,000 in premiums and awards. The show runs Oct. 31-Nov. 16 throughout the Kentucky Exposition Center.
Barrel Racing Riders race against the clock in this fast-paced competition where agility and speed are key. Youth competition begins Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 10 a.m. in Broadbent Arena and continues Tuesday, Nov. 7 at 9 a.m. with amateur, girls and open barrel racing. Juniors and seniors compete Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 9 a.m.
Cowboy Mounted Shooting Cowboys take aim at ten targets in this timed event, shooting for both accuracy and speed. The winning rider is determined by compiling the most hits, fewest penalties and quickest time. This event is held in Freedom Hall:
- Thursday, Nov. 9 8 a.m.
- Friday, Nov. 10 12 p.m.
- Saturday, Nov. 11 8 a.m.
Draft Horse Shows Draft horses, known for their beauty and strength, compete by pulling weighted carts and wagons. Teams are judged on performance, driving and conformation. The shows are held in in Freedom Hall:
- Friday, Nov. 10 8 a.m.
- Saturday, Nov. 11 8 a.m.
Entrance to competitions is included with NAILE admission: $6 for adults; and $3 for seniors (55 and older) and children (ages 2-12). Parking is $8 daily. Event passes for the entire expo are $25 for admission and $25 for parking.
Free admission and parking are available to visitors and North American Marketplace shoppers Nov. 7-8.
NAILE features the North American Marketplace, wool showcase, children’s barnyard and more. The separately ticketed North American Championship Rodeo is held Nov. 9-11 in Freedom Hall, in conjunction with the North American International Livestock Exposition.
For more information, visit www.livestockexpo.org. Continue reading
The Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) Mobile Registration Bus is hitting the road again in an effort to help students and their families register for the 2018-19 school year.
The bus will make its first of 19 stops over the next four weeks on Monday, November 6, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Maupin Elementary School (1312 Catalpa Street).
All incoming kindergartners, students who are new to JCPS, and students who have had a change of address should register. Parents or guardians should bring a photo ID and any one of the following: utility bill, lease, house contract, paycheck stub, or government-issued check.
Families can also register using the JCPS website or by visiting any JCPS school or the JCPS registration site located at 4309 Bishop Lane. Additionally, parents who have questions regarding school registration may call the JCPS Parent Assistance Center at 485-6250.
The initial application period for enrollment in JCPS for the 2018-19 year opened October 30 and will continue through December 15. The first day of school is Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018.
A complete list of JCPS Mobile Registration Bus stops is available below and online here.
JCPS Mobile Registration Bus Schedule
- Monday, Nov. 6, 4 to 6 p.m.
- Maupin Elementary School, 1312 Catalpa Street
- Tuesday, Nov. 7, 4 to 6 p.m.
- George Unseld Early Childhood Education Center, 5216 Ilex Avenue
- Wednesday, Nov. 8, 4 to 6 p.m.
- Coleridge-Taylor Elementary, 1115 W. Chestnut Street
- Thursday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- California Community Center, 1600 St. Catherine Street
- Monday, Nov. 13, 4 to 6 p.m.
- Maupin Elementary School, 1312 Catalpa Street
- Tuesday, Nov. 14, 4 to 6 p.m.
- George Unseld Early Childhood Education Center, 5216 Ilex Avenue
- Wednesday, Nov. 15, 4 to 6 p.m.
- Coleridge-Taylor Elementary, 1115 W. Chestnut Street
- Thursday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- California Community Center, 1600 St. Catherine Street
- Monday, Nov. 27, 4 to 6 p.m.
- Maupin Elementary School, 1312 Catalpa Street
- Tuesday, Nov. 28, 4 to 6 p.m.
- George Unseld Early Childhood Education Center, 5216 Ilex Avenue
- Wednesday, Nov. 29, 4 to 6 p.m.
- Coleridge-Taylor Elementary, 1115 W. Chestnut Street
- Thursday, Nov. 30, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- California Community Center, 1600 St. Catherine Street
- Monday, Dec. 4, 4 to 6 p.m.
- Maupin Elementary School, 1312 Catalpa Street
- Tuesday, Dec. 5, 4 to 6 p.m.
- George Unseld Early Childhood Education Center, 5216 Ilex Avenue
- Wednesday, Dec. 6, 4 to 6 p.m.
- Coleridge-Taylor Elementary, 1115 W. Chestnut Street
- Thursday, Dec. 7, 4 to 6 p.m.
- California Community Center, 1600 St. Catherine Street
- Tuesday–Thursday, Dec. 12–14, 4 to 6 p.m.
- JCPS Parent Assistance Center, Lam Building (4309 Bishop Lane)
Louisville Metro residents not mulching autumn leaves into their lawns or using curbside collection will have the option to dispose of them at one of three drop-off sites beginning November 7.
Metro Public Works is offering a free leaf drop-off service November 7 through December 2. Drop-off will not be available on November 23 and 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Only loose leaves will be accepted. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be disposed of off-site by residents.
Leaf drop off sites:
- Public Works Yard
- 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)
- Tuesday – Saturday
- 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Public Works East District Operations Center
- 595 Hubbards Lane
- Tuesday – Saturday
- 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Public Works Waste Reduction Center
- 636 Meriwether Avenue
- Tuesday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Bevin administration released data showing new teachers enrolling in the defined contribution retirement plan, a 401(a) plan, can be wealthier at retirement than if they began in the defined benefits plan currently in law.
The estimate shows that a new teacher starting at age 24 and working until age 61 will start retirement with $1.59 million. If reinvested, this could translate into a payout of $5,400 per month with a yearly increase of 1.4 percent for inflation. This will also leave $876,000 for the teacher to pass on to family or charity. In contrast, the same teacher retiring at 37 years enrolled in the defined benefit plan currently in place would receive approximately $5,400 per month for life with no benefit to pass on to family or charity.
“New teachers who fully fund their new defined contribution retirement plan can retire with a substantial retirement benefit over which they will have complete control. The benefit can be a monthly payment or a large amount to satisfy an urgent need or desire. Plus, to the extent that funds are not used during retirement, money can be transferred to a surviving spouse, other family members, or charity,” said State Budget Director John Chilton. “Teachers and all public employees will have the comfort of knowing that a fully funded defined contribution plan can contribute significantly to a secure retirement.”
The defined contribution calculation above is based on 18 percent of payroll, for 37 years, invested at an expected 7.5 percent rate of return – the investment assumptions that the Teachers Retirement System currently uses in its projections. The calculation also assumes income replacement at 92 percent and a post-retirement investment rate of return at four percent for 30 years. If the teacher chooses to reduce the income replacement amount to 80 percent, which is the rate financial advisors recommend to maintain equivalent lifestyle, he or she would draw $4,700 per month with $1.435 million left to pass on to family or charity.
Both the defined contribution and defined benefits calculations are based off the current salary schedule published by Franklin County Public Schools for Rank II teachers with a starting salary of $42,000.
Critics of the “Keeping the Promise” plan argue that teacher recruitment will be negatively affected by the proposed pension reform, but the data provided directly refutes this talking point. “Keeping the Promise” will save Kentucky’s pension systems while simultaneously providing a stable financial foundation for incoming, current and retired teachers and public servants.
The Southwest Festival, a one-day event, starts tomorrow at Sun Valley Community Center in Valley Station. Following tradition, the Valley’s Woman’s Club will host a Bean Soup Dinner tonight, starting at 4:30 PM. All proceeds from the dinner will go to support the club.
Starting at 8:00 AM on Saturday, Plumb Lodge #862 will host their annual pancake breakfast. All proceeds from the breakfast go to fun their scholarship fund. This year the event will be headlined by the Louisville Crashers. Other attractions include Toddler Town, Kids’ City, Teen City, chance to meet many local businesses, and the annual car and motorcycle show. Food and drinks will be available for purchase on site.
While the event itself is free, parking will be $5 per vehicle, and includes a chance to win one of the many door prizes. Festival organizers request that attendees leave their pets at home, only service animals will be allowed into the festival area.
