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SubscribeEvent set for tomorrow at Southwest YMCA
Councilmen Rick Blackwell (D-12) and David Yates (D-25) have a special night planned to help kick off the new school year for students. The Back to School Bash is set for Friday, August 21st from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Southwest YMCA.
“As an educator, I know the importance of starting the new school year on a positive note,” says Blackwell. “I am excited to again partner with the Southwest YMCA to host this celebration for our students and their families.”
The Back to School Bash will feature swimming, food and fun; and it’s all free. There will be inflatables, group fitness demonstrations and swim time at the Y’s pool. Mad Science will be on hand for kids to make their own slime and cotton candy.
“This is a great family event that helps our children ease into the new school year as the summer winds down,” says Yates. “It is also an opportunity to explore the many programs offered by the Southwest YMCA and how it serves our community year round.”
For Safety reasons the Southwest YMCA has the following rules in place:
- Family appropriate swim wear must be worn in the swimming pool. A white t-shirt can be worn on top of suit for women and as a shirt for men if you choose. Cut-offs or shorts will not be permitted as swim wear in the pool.
- Minimum of one adult per child in the pool for children 6 and under.
- One parent required to stay in pool area (not necessarily in the water) for children 7 and older.
- Children 7 and older who want to swim in the deep end will be required to take a swim safety test.
- This is a family event—an adult must stay with the children—no drop offs.
Pizza, drinks, and cookies will be provided by Metro Council Districts 12 and 25.
The Southwest YMCA is located at 2800 Fordhaven Road, just off of St. Anthony Church Road. The event is free and no reservations or YMCA membership are required.
If you would like more information about the Back to School Bash, contact Councilman Blackwell’s office at 574-1112 or Councilman Yates’ office at 574-1125.
At Councilman Johnson’s urging, the city will move to clean-up the facility’s exterior while plans for redevelopment move forward
photo: Stevietheman
Councilman Dan Johnson (D-21) is pleased to announce that efforts will soon get underway to clean up the exterior of the building with better security, temporary lightning and coordinated demolition of the non-historic parts of the facility.
“There have been complaints about how the building looks,” says Johnson, “but I continue to stress to the key players involved that there are things that can be done now to stabilize the facility and make the corner look better as we finalize the remaining details for the ultimate redevelopment of this historic location.”
The Councilman secured up to $25,000 in the current city budget to provide enhancements such as better fencing, temporary lighting, and signage for this economic development. Additional funds were also budgeted for roof repairs to the historic structure.
“I have been working with the city and the developers, Underhill & Associates, to coordinate the beginning of the demolition of the non-historic part of the facility with these enhancements,” says Johnson. “I hope we will be able to announce the date for the demolition of those parts of the project very soon.”
After years of neglect, the property was purchased by Metro Louisville in 2013. The following year, the city approved a $1.2 million dollar development to Underhill Associates to commercially develop the property. The agreement calls for development of at least 16,000 square feet new retail, restaurant and commercial outlets on the property. Colonial Gardens’ critical location across the street from the Iroquois Amphitheater, positions this project as the prime economic development for South Louisville.
Planning & Zoning – Tuesday, August 18th 1:30pm
The Committee has the following items under review:
· Zoning Ordinances:
o 7830 National Turnpike Case No. 15ZONE1004
o 3408 Bardstown Road Case No. 15ZONE1008
· An Ordinance amending the text related to allowable density within the campus subarea of the Sobro Planned Development District in Louisville Metro
While items may be on the agenda for this Committee, this does not mean all items will be acted upon or discussed. Please check with the Committee Chair prior to the beginning of the meeting.
Public Works, Bridges and Transportation – Tuesday, August 18th 3:00pm
The Committee will get an overview on the process of mowing in right-of-ways and parks from Jeffrey Brown of Metro Public Works and Marty Storch of Metro Parks.
The Committee will also review the following:
· A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with CSX Transportation to receive a stipend of $7,500 for the railroad crossing closure at Avoca Lane and Ridge Road
· An Ordinance amending the Metro Code of Ordinances adding a new section regarding Historical Landmarks and Preservations Districts as it relates to salvage and preservation of brick pavers removed from streets and alleys
Labor & Economic Development – Tuesday, August 18th 4:00pm
The Committee has two items up for review:
· A Resolution to fund a non-competitively negotiated professional service contract with Greater Louisville Inc.
· An Ordinance determining two parcels of land at the intersection of 30th and Muhammad Ali and 30th and West Market Street owned by Metro Government as surplus and not needed for governmental purposes and authorizing its transfer
Agenda
Appropriations NDF’s CIF’s – Tuesday, August 18th 5:00pm
The Committee will review grant requests for Neighborhood Development Funds and Capital Infrastructure Funds of the 26 districts of the Louisville Metro Council.
Public Safety – Wednesday, August 19th 3:30pm
The Committee will continue its review of a proposed ordinance amending the Louisville code of Ordinances as it relates to short term rentals.
Government Accountability & Ethics – Wednesday, August 19th 4:30pm
The Committee will hear from Mary Ellen Wiederwohl of Louisville Forward who will give an update on Cordish Projects, the Omni Hotel and Colonial Gardens. The Committee will also review a resolution approving Mayria Porter, CIA, as Interim Chief Audit Executive for Louisville Metro Government.
Committee on Contracts/ Appointments – Thursday, August 20th 3:00pm
The Committee will review pending contracts and proposed appointments to Boards and Commissions of Louisville Metro Government.
Budget – Thursday, August 20th 5:00pm
The Committee will review an Ordinance approving a forgivable loan to New Directions Housing for the acquisition, rehabilitation and marketing f a single family home in the Shelby Park Neighborhood.
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 Time Warner 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
Ad Hoc Committee on the Land Development Code – Monday, August 10th 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 Sustainability – Thursday, August 13th 3:00pm
The Committee will hear from Gina O’Brien of Brightside on spring assessments and initiatives. The Committee will also review a Resolution supporting the future of solar energy in Louisville. It will also review a Resolution allowing the mayor to accept a donation from the Okolona Fence Company for fence construction at the Animal House Adoption Center. Agenda
Committee of the Whole – Thursday, August 13th 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, August 13th 6:00pm
This is the regular meeting of the Louisville Metro Council. The final 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.
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/
Special meeting begins at 2:30pm on Wednesday, August 5th
The Public Safety Committee of the Louisville Metro Council will continue its discussion and review of a proposed ordinance dealing with short term rentals on Wednesday, August 5th.
At 2:30pm, the Committee will hold a special meeting and hear from Mr. Bill Herbert, the Zoning Administrator of the City of Nashville. He will discuss Nashville’s experience implementing their short term rentals legislation.
Then at 3:30pm, the Committee will hold a special public hearing to listen to citizens and interested parties who have a concern or support the proposed ordinance.
“As we move forward, I want to make sure the committee can learn from neighboring cities, like Nashville’s experiences, with short term rentals,” says Councilman David Yates (D-25) who chairs the Committee. “We also want to hear from our citizens, whether they be a host, guest, investor, or neighbor of these types of rentals. We want to hear how they believe they will be affected and actively listen to their concerns.”
The following guidelines will be followed for the public hearing:
- The public will be permitted two minutes to speak to the short term rentals ordinance.
- Each speaker will need to sign in with the Clerk’s office on the Third Floor of City Hall beginning at 2:30p.m.
- Speakers will be called in the same order in which they were signed in.
- The Committee requests that any member of the public unable to speak during this allotted time provide written materials detailing their concerns and opinions to the Clerk’s office to be distributed to all Metro Council members and be documented for the record.
The Short Term Rental ordinance is sponsored by Council members James Peden (R-23), Tom Owen (D-8), Bill Hollander (D-9) and David James (D-6).
The Public Safety Committee will meet at 2:30pm in Council Chambers, 601 West Jefferson Street.
All Council meetings are carried live on Metro TV, Time Warner Cable Channel 25. You can also watch the meetings online by going to the Metro Council home page at http://louisvilleky.gov/
Event set for Saturday August 8th from 3:00pm to 8:00pm
Councilwoman Mary C. Woolridge (D-3) is inviting everyone to come out to the Community Unity Festival this Saturday, August 8th in Algonquin Park for some summer fun. It’s a fun filled afternoon and evening for the entire family
“We want to have a little fun for everyone at the park and this is also a chance to help children get ready for the beginning of a new school year,” says Woolridge. “We want everyone to come out and enjoy themselves as we have some summer fun.”
The Community Unity Festival will get underway from 3:00pm to 8:00pm in Algonquin Park located at Cypress and Burwell Streets.
There will be a Back to School Back Pack and School Supply giveaway between 3:00pm and 5:00pm. 400 back packs will be given away while they last. All children must be accompanied by an adult to receive a backpack and supplies.
The festival will also feature food vendors and free hot dogs and chips provided by Councilwoman Woolridge and the First Choice Market.
The River City Drum Corp will perform from 3:30 PM until 4:00 PM followed by a disc jockey from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM and then the best has been saved for last with The One and Only “Unlimited Band”
Metro Parks will bring “Rec on the Go” to the park which features face painting, washable tattoos, obstacle course and corn-hole games.
“This is truly a community event with a purpose: making sure our children are ready for school and helping our families get them ready. We also want to kick back and have a little fun in Algonquin Park which is such a great asset to the community,” says Woolridge. “I hope everyone will come out and join us.
For more information about the Community Unity Festival, contact councilwoman Woolridge’s office at 574-1103.
Public Works, Bridges and Transportation – Tuesday, August 4th 3:00pm
The Committee has three items under review:
- An ordinance amending the code of ordinances regarding historical landmarks and preservation districts as it relates to the salvage and preservation of brick pavers removed from streets and alleys
- An ordinance relating to enforcement of driveway permits
- A resolution calling for the reinstatement of a security guard at the Congress Alley entrance of City Hall
Labor & Economic Development – Tuesday, August 4th 4:00pm
The Committee has the following items under review:
- An ordinance ratifying a collective bargaining agreement between Metro Government and AFSCME, AFL-CIO Local 2629 for Civilian Supervisory Employees of Metro Corrections
- An ordinance establishing the Axis on Lexington Development Area
- An ordinance establishing the 800 Building Development Area
- A resolution involving two parcels of property at the intersection of Muhammad Ali Blvd., 30th Street and West Market Street
- An ordinance dealing with a bond project for Bellarmine University
Appropriations NDFs & CIFs – Tuesday, August 4th 5:00pm
The Committee will review grant requests for Neighborhood Development Funds and Capital Infrastructure Funds of the 26 districts of the Louisville Metro Council.
Public Safety – Wednesday, August 5th 3:30pm
The Committee will hold a public hearing on the proposed ordinances dealing with short term rentals. Those who wish to speak may sign up one hour before the meeting on the Third Floor of Historic City Hall.
Contracts and Appointments – Thursday, August 6th 3:00
The Committee will review proposed contracts for Metro Government. The Committee will also review proposed appointments to the Board and Commissions of Metro Government.
Budget – Thursday, August 6th 5:00pm
The committee has several items under review:
- An ordinance for a forgivable loan to New Directions Housing Corp. for a single family dwelling in Shelby Park
- An ordinance to transfer funds between NDF and CIF in District 19
- An ordinance to transfer funds between NDF and CIF in District 23
- And ordinance to amend the Metro Street Improvement Program funding
*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
